Welcome !

On behalf of our faculty and staff, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Baton Rouge Community College! We are delighted that you are interested in joining our community, and we look forward to helping you achieve your goals and dreams!

Louisiana Transfer Associate Degree

The Louisiana Transfer Associate Degree is a two-year portable academic credential that awards junior standing in any Louisiana public university. Advising and planning are key to your success. It is your responsibility to choose the courses that will best prepare you for a specific college and major, and to complete your baccalaureate in a timely manner.

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Security and Fire Safety Information

BRCC Annual Security ReportInformation regarding campus security, personal safety, and fire safety including topics such as, crime prevention, college police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and disciplinary procedures is available on the Public Safety website at http://www.mybrcc.edu/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=198&Itemid=326.

Funding Sources

Scholarships
A variety of scholarships are available from institutional and private sources, as well as organizations that have partnered with BRCC.

Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)
The College Work-Study program provides jobs for students who have documented financial need and who wish to earn part of their educational expenses while they are attending school.

Other Sources BRCC has various other funding sources. Please visit the Financial Aid section of the website for more information.

Professional Solutions

Corporate Workforce Solutions was developed to serve the community by training potential employees to provide up scaling labor. We focus on customized solutions to give Baton Rouge companies a competitive edge on a national level.

Resources

Industry Initiatives

Solution Approach

Contract Training

Training Space

Industry Initiatives were developed in response to broaden the workforce needs of a particular industry by providing entry-level skill training. We organize a consortium of businesses and develop programs that meet their workforce needs.

C.E. Course Catalog Online

Now you can view and register for all courses offered by Continuing Education.

BRCC Foundation

Two-Year Associate & Technical Scholarships

Name: Keri Truitt

Open enrollment for the Two-Associate & Technical Scholarships has begun and Shell Students with military experience and honorably discharged are encouraged to apply is currently offering scholarships over a two to three-year period to students who are currently enrolled in or are planning to enroll in any of the following two-year and technical degree programs.

Process Technology

Compressor/Compression Technology

Instrumental/Analyzer Technology

Production Technology

Electrical/Electronics Technology

Machinist/Mechanical Technology

Petroleum Technology

Industrial Maintenance Technology

Marine Operations

Machine Tool Technology

Industrial Marine Electronic Technology

Welding

WHO IS ELIGIBLE

Both full-time and part-time students are eligible for the scholarships.

Scholarship continuation will be evaluated at the end of each semester and will be based on student performance as described in the eligibility criteria.

The scholarship award is primarily based on scholastic performance. The minimum application criterion is a 2.5 grade point average. Once awarded, the recipient must maintain a 2.5 grade point average and remain in good standing in the degree program.

The applicant must be a US citizen or authorized to work on a full-time basis in the United States.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications will be accepted starting January 19, 2015 All information must be submitted by March 31, 2015 to be eligible.

American Gas Association Scholarship

The American Gas Association represents more than 200 local energy companies committed to the safe and reliable delivery of clean natural gas to more than 65 million customers throughout the nation.

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.80.

Applicants must have a 2.8 GPA or higher prior to each distribution of the fund and the applicant must not have been a recipient of a scholarship from this Fund in prior semesters.

This Fund is established for students enrolled in degree or certificate programs on the BRCC campuses in Welding, HVAC Technology Mechanical Systems, or Engineering Technology/TechniciansScholarships will be awarded beginning in the Spring of 2014.

Scholarship Award Range:

1000.00 - 3000.00

Formosa Scholarships in PTEC

Founded in 1954 Formosa is a global leader in petrochemical, plastics, and a variety of other industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.60.

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.6 and 2.6 in PTEC courses.

The applicant must have been admitted to the PTEC program.

The applicant must have completed a successful 30 hours in PTEC courses.

The applicant must obtain an AAS in PTEC from BRCC.

Scholarship Award Range:

500.00 - 1000.00

Georgia Gulf Process Technology Scholarship( Axiall)

Formally known as Georgia Gulf, Axiall is a new leader in the chemistry sector, with holdings and expertise in chlor- Axiall and chlorovinyl materials.

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.60.

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.6 and 2.6 in PTEC courses.

The applicant must have completed a successful 30 hours in PTEC courses.

The applicant must be able to verify they are present or past residents of Iberville Parish by proof of address or driver’s license.

Scholarship recipients must maintain the required GPA for the duration of the scholarship period stated in the award letter.

Scholarship Award Range:

250.00 - 1000.00

Hollywood Casino

Located across the street from the state capital on the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge, Hollywood Casino has been committed to supporting the local community since they first opened their doors in 1994

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.50.

Must be majoring in Hospitality and Tourism, Culinary Arts, Information Technology, Marketing or Business Administration

Geographic Restrictions: The applicant must reside in one of the following parishes: Ascension, Assumption, Avoyelles, East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, or St. Helena parish.

Recipients are selected based on financial need; special consideration is given to employees of Hollywood Casino and their children. Scholarship recipients must maintain the required GPA for the duration of the scholarship period stated in the award letter.

Scholarship Award Range:

500.00 - 1500.00

Mid-City Merchants Scholarship

This scholarship is provided by the Mid-City Merchants Association which works to improve the neighborhood and businesses in the mid-city area of Baton Rouge.

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.00.

The applicant must be majoring in business.

Scholarship recipients must maintain the required GPA for the duration of the scholarship period stated in the award letter.

Scholarship Award Range:

300.00 - 500.00

Solvay USA Scholarship in PTEC

Established in 1863 and located on Airline Highway, Solvay USA is a global company driven by proud and committed chemists. Their products serve diversified markets worldwide, from consumer goods to energy, with one main aim - to improve quality of life and customer performance.

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 3.00.

The applicant must complete the scholarship application process as administered by BRCC.

The applicant must be registered in PTEC classes.

Scholarship recipients must maintain the required GPA for the duration of the scholarship period stated in the award letter.

Scholarship Award Range:

500.00 - 1000.00

Vision 21 Scholarship

The founders of Vision 21 Foundation have a simple plan "to collectively perform good and honorable acts, with the hope that these acts improve the work we know and our descendants will know.”

Eligibility Requirements:

The applicant must have an overall GPA of 2.50.

The applicant must have completed one full-time semester at BRCC

The applicant must not be receiving TOPS.

Scholarship recipients must maintain the required GPA for the duration of the scholarship period stated in the award letter.

Special consideration is given to students who have an interest in community service. Financial need may be considered.$1300.00- for fall and spring semester and $400.00 for the summer.